Mechanical / Plumbing Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Plumber – FM Service Provider - Chesterford  - £45,000

CBW Staffing Solutions is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded building services company operating across a prestigious commercial estate in Great Chesterford, Essex.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer or Maintenance Plumber to join a skilled and professional on-site maintenance team, working within a stable and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a broad range of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks across a portfolio of commercial buildings.

Working as part of a close-knit team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of all mechanical and plumbing building services on site.

Package & Benefits

  • Salary: £45,000 per annum
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
  • Holiday: 25 days annual leave, plus an additional day off for your birthday
  • Overtime: Available for those looking to boost their earnings
  • Parking: Free on-site parking provided
The Role

As the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Plumber, you will be expected to deliver a high standard of planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of mechanical and plumbing systems.

You will work alongside an experienced maintenance team to ensure all building services are operating efficiently, safely, and in compliance with relevant legislation and best practice guidelines.

Day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to:
  • Fire & Life Safety: Fire alarm testing and sprinkler system testing and inspection
  • Air Handling Units (AHUs) & Fan Coil Units (FCUs): Filter changes, belt changes, actuator replacements and coil cleans
  • Pumps: Planned preventative maintenance, strip downs and full overhauls, including replacement of seals, bearings and valves
  • Motors: Routine PPMs, rewinds and overhauls
  • Water Treatment (L8 Compliance): Dipslide testing, pH and temperature monitoring, chlorination, chemical dosing and full compliance with Legionella control regulations
  • Water Pressurisation Units: Routine servicing and fault resolution
  • Chlorifiers: Annual inspections and descaling
  • Steam Plant: Routine maintenance and monitoring
  • Condensers & Condenser Returns: Servicing and fault-finding
  • Cooling Towers: PPMs and reactive maintenance
  • Water Softeners: Routine servicing and maintenance
  • Humidifiers: Planned maintenance and reactive fault-finding
  • Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Maintenance, fault-finding and repair
  • Boilers: Resets and first-line fault diagnosis
  • Chillers: Resets and first-line fault diagnosis and resolution
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:
  • A relevant trade qualification such as a City & Guilds or NVQ in Mechanical Engineering and/or Plumbing (copies of trade certificates are essential and must be provided upon application)
  • A proven track record in mechanical and plumbing maintenance within a commercial or FM environment
  • A solid working knowledge of L8 Water Treatment regulations and Legionella control
  • Experience working with pumps, air handling units and associated building services plant
  • A multi-skilled approach with the ability to turn your hand to a variety of mechanical and plumbing tasks
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with clients, colleagues and building occupants
  • A commitment to delivering excellent customer service at all times
How to Apply

If you are an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer or Maintenance Plumber looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with a great package in a well-managed commercial environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply by submitting a recent copy of your CV to Dan Barber at CBW Staffing Solutions.


  • Start: 30/04/2026
  • Duration: 1.0 HOUR
  • Rate: £43000 - £45000 per annum
  • Location: Great Chesterford,England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: CBW Staffing Solutions
  • Contact: Dan Barber
  • Tel: 02035833099
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: Mech chest V-147351
  • Posted: 2026-04-30 07:05:05 -

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